https://best-served.co.uk/blog/topics/familyArticles designed to provide inspiration and suggestions to fire your imagination and help you start planning your next holiday in Scandinaviaen-gbBest Served ScandinaviaSat, 25 Apr 26 11:10:02 +0100https://d19lgisewk9l6l.cloudfront.net/assetbank/Family_reindeer_safari_Finland_416621.jpghttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/how-to-make-santa-holidays-work-for-the-whole-familyTaking your children to meet Santa on a wintry adventure in Lapland is for many a picturesque dream. But these trips offer plenty for older children and adults as well, such as winter sports and luxury lodges. Best Served specialist Steff Sargeant checks out the options.Steff Sargeant9019Mon, 01 Dec 25 00:00:00 +0000FamiliesLaplandSanta HolidaysWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/harriniva-santa-break-exclusive-departures-your-frequently-asked-questionsTaking your children to meet Santa in Lapland is for many a dream experience, so naturally there is plenty to consider. Below you'll find answers to the most common questions about our most popular festive break – the Harriniva Santa Break exclusive departures. Sue McAlinden11133Tue, 05 Sep 23 15:13:27 +0100FamiliesLaplandSanta HolidaysWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/a-room-with-a-view-scandinavias-glass-igloos-and-other-innovationsScandinavia has long been a leader of the world's most innovative hotels, from igloos deep in Finnish Lapland to cabins on Norway's Arctic shores. We've compiled a list of the most stunning glass accommodation Scandinavia has to offer. David Ward10053Mon, 01 May 23 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousAutumnChristmas & New YearFamiliesGlass IgloosHoneymoonsLaplandWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/why-lulea-makes-for-the-perfect-lapland-winter-breakWe know and love Sweden for many things: Arctic wilderness, epic hotels, fika…But, perhaps not so well-known is the little city of Lulea in Swedish Lapland. Home to Northern Lights, snow-dusted forests and award-winning cuisine, discover why Lulea makes for the perfect Lapland winter break.Angela Perro10510Tue, 06 Sep 22 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousFamiliesLaplandNorthern Lightshttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/world-book-day-stories-inspired-by-scandinaviaScandinavia's varied landscapes, icy northern reaches and scenic fjords certainly deliver when it comes to inspiration. Beloved authors have long used them as settings for magical stories, from Dahl's Norwegian summers to Pullman's far-away Svalbard. Claire Benktander10084Fri, 25 Oct 19 00:00:00 +0100FamiliesNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/our-favourite-places-to-sauna-in-scandinaviaSaunas and the Nordics have long been synonymous, so it’s unsurprising that there's a day dedicated to saunas in Helsinki, Finland on 10 March. To celebrate, we've compiled a list of our favourite places to immerse yourself in the Scandi pastime, from snow saunas in Lapland to boat spas in Norway. Claire Benktander10094Tue, 06 Mar 18 16:20:46 +0000FamiliesGlass IgloosLaplandThe Midnight SunNorthern Lightshttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/book-now-top-scandinavia-destinations-for-next-winterWith everything from glass igloos and ice hotels to Northern Lights tours and Santa visits, a winter break in Scandinavia is a truly magical experience. Browse our top itineraries and book now to guarantee availability for next season's busiest periods.Claire Benktander10036Tue, 16 Jan 18 16:53:34 +0000Christmas & New YearFamiliesGlass IgloosIce & Snow HotelsLaplandNorthern LightsWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/new-for-scandinavia-this-winterConstantly innovating, there’s plenty of new excitement for this winter in Scandinavia, from luxury-villa holidays and adults-only retreats to Santa villages and New Years Eve in an ice hotel. David Ward9850Thu, 03 Aug 17 13:18:59 +0100Christmas & New YearFamiliesGlass IgloosIce & Snow HotelsLaplandNorthern LightsSanta HolidaysUnique & unusualWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/whale-watching-in-icelandSummer is the best season for whale watching cruises in Iceland, so start here for how to get the most out of your trip.Sophie Sadler8855Fri, 17 Jun 16 12:51:39 +0100FamiliesSummerWildlifehttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/discovering-roald-dahls-norwayAlongside gruffalos, boy wizards and wardrobes, Roald Dahl stands a big friendly giant among the greats of children’s literature. We take a look at the places that inspired his fabulous works of literature.Simon Langley8768Wed, 27 Apr 16 14:36:20 +0100FamiliesSelf-driveshttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/a-screen-free-scandinavia-summerWith the summer holiday to look forward to, we take a look at the many ways Scandinavia can inspire children's imaginations, keep them moving and away from the digital screens.Simon Langley8731Tue, 19 Apr 16 17:43:57 +0100AdventurousFamiliesLaplandLodges & Log CabinsSelf-drivesSummerWildlife